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Software Security Courses

Software security courses can help you learn secure coding practices, vulnerability assessment, threat modeling, and incident response strategies. You can build skills in risk analysis, penetration testing, and implementing security protocols across various software environments. Many courses introduce tools like static and dynamic analysis software, intrusion detection systems, and security frameworks, showing how these tools enhance your ability to protect applications from potential threats.

Popular Software Security Courses and Certifications


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    IBM

    Introduction to Software, Programming, and Databases

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Cloud Computing Architecture, Generative AI Agents, Systems Development Life Cycle, Cloud Deployment, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Cloud Services, Database Management Systems, Artificial Intelligence, Software Development Methodologies, Data Strategy, Database Application, Programming Principles, Data Storage Technologies, Cross Platform Development, Package and Software Management, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Computer Programming, Other Programming Languages

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    475 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Security Operations

    Skills you'll gain: Threat Management, Vulnerability Assessments, Incident Response, Incident Management, Computer Security Incident Management, Vulnerability Management, Threat Detection, Cyber Security Assessment, Risk Mitigation, Security Management, Security Strategy, Digital Forensics

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    GenAI for Software Engineering Teams

    Skills you'll gain: Collaborative Software, Software Development Tools, Software Development Methodologies, Agile Project Management, Agile Methodology, AI Integrations, Responsible AI, AI Enablement, AI Workflows, Software Engineering, Software Engineering Tools, Data Ethics, Generative AI

    4.3
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    12 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Macquarie University

    Cyber Security: Data Security and Information Privacy

    Skills you'll gain: Data Security, Threat Detection, Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Risk, Data Management, Security Management, Encryption, Security Software, Data Sharing, Security Strategy, Network Security, Data Access, Risk Modeling, Statistical Methods

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    15 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Test Management in Software Testing

    Skills you'll gain: Test Planning, Software Testing, Test Tools, Software Quality Assurance, Test Case, Software Quality (SQA/SQC), Quality Assurance, Technical Communication

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    Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google Cloud

    Security in Google Cloud

    Skills you'll gain: Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Infrastructure, Identity and Access Management, Data Loss Prevention, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Prompt Engineering, Kubernetes, Prompt Engineering Tools, Cloud Security, Containerization, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Prompt Patterns, OAuth, Cloud Platforms, Cloud Storage, Cloud Services, Security Controls, Threat Management, Application Security, Data Security

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    50K reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Macquarie University

    Cyber Security: DevOps

    Skills you'll gain: DevSecOps, Secure Coding, Cryptography, Application Security, Security Testing, IT Security Architecture, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cyber Risk, Encryption, Network Security, AI Integrations, DevOps, Cybersecurity, CI/CD, Security Awareness, Cloud Security, Software Development, Security Controls, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Software Architecture

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    42 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Duke University

    Java Programming: Solving Problems with Software

    Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Bioinformatics, Java, Algorithms, Java Programming, Program Development, Object Oriented Design, Programming Principles, Statistical Analysis, Software Design, Computer Programming, File I/O, Data Processing, Software Documentation, Data Manipulation, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Analysis, Descriptive Statistics, Web Scraping, Problem Solving

    4.6
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    John Wiley & Sons

    Advanced Security Practices: Risk & Endpoint Security

    Skills you'll gain: Vulnerability Scanning, Incident Response, Vulnerability Assessments, Cloud Security, Threat Management, Endpoint Security, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Risk Management, Risk Management Framework, Incident Management, Vulnerability Management, Cyber Security Assessment, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Threat Detection, Cloud Computing, Security Strategy, Cyber Security Strategy, Cybersecurity, Network Security, Cryptography

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Fortinet, Inc.

    Fortinet Network Security

    Skills you'll gain: Firewall, Network Support, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Troubleshooting, Network Routing, Network Security, Routing Protocols, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Authentications, Event Monitoring, Network Monitoring, Lightweight Directory Access Protocols, Technical Support and Services, Remote Access Systems, Network Administration, Security Engineering, Application Security, Cybersecurity, Computer Security, Cyber Security Strategy

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    160 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Google Cloud

    Google Workspace Security

    Skills you'll gain: Gmail, Email Security, Google Workspace, Mobile Security, Security Management, Cloud Security, Application Security, Data Security, Security Controls, OAuth, Endpoint Security, Identity and Access Management, Authentications, Multi-Factor Authentication

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    813 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Kanban for Software Project Management

    Skills you'll gain: Kanban Principles, Workflow Management, Agile Software Development, Agile Project Management, Project Estimation, Agile Methodology, Estimation, Process Optimization, Backlogs, Agile Product Development, User Story, Process Improvement, Resource Utilization

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular software security courses

  • Introduction to Software, Programming, and Databases: IBM
  • Security Operations: Packt
  • GenAI for Software Engineering Teams: Coursera
  • Cyber Security: Data Security and Information Privacy: Macquarie University
  • Test Management in Software Testing: Coursera
  • Security in Google Cloud: Google Cloud
  • Cyber Security: DevOps: Macquarie University
  • Java Programming: Solving Problems with Software: Duke University
  • Advanced Security Practices: Risk & Endpoint Security: John Wiley & Sons
  • Fortinet Network Security: Fortinet, Inc.

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